jat1 ngaam4 jat1 fat1一岩一窟
Jyutpingjat1 ngaam4 jat1 fat1
Yaleyāt ngàahm yāt fāt
Definition
Rough, bumpy, or uneven; used to describe surfaces that are jagged, not smooth, or unsightly.
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How it's used
This expression vividly captures the visual or tactile sensation of something being irregular or jagged. It is frequently applied to physical surfaces like roads or floors, but it can also describe poorly crafted objects or even uneven haircuts. The rhythm of the phrase reflects the very unevenness it describes.
Examples
The road is uneven, you need to be careful when walking.
Why is your cake so bumpy and uneven?
Related words
Common phrases
the road surface is bumpy
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the word 岩 as in 岩巉, which refers to something being awkward or difficult to deal with. While both share the character 岩, 一岩一窟 specifically focuses on physical unevenness or surface texture.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
